7 Must-Do Gran Fondos

Cascade Gran Fondo

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Distance: 22, 53, 75 miles

Course Highlights: The alpine loop around Mt. Bachelor was handpicked by host Chris Horner, and the race begins and ends at the Deschutes Brewery. Expect more than 5,000 feet of uphill, including a 20-mile climb out of town and a late-ride ascent of Bachelor.

Perfect For: Aficionados of Oregonian hops and volcanoes

Nice Touch: Top fund-raisers get free tickets to a VIP event on the eve of the race. And Horner kicks off the fest with "stories from the peloton"